23 Mar 1945
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Newspaper
Wodonga And Towong Sentinel
Location
Wodonga, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 23, 1945
Page
1
The article reports Wesley addressing farmers about dairy herd testing and marketing. It notes a program by the Department of Agriculture in Melbourne to certify herd testers and expand dairy farming education, with classes to run April and May. Further applications and details are provided by the Department of Agriculture.
Jack Needham, once known in Australia as a stage and film performer, served with the British Army in 1940 and spent years in England before joining the Burma front. He recalled roles with Tom Walls, Mary Rose, and Jane of the dual Simon and Harry parts. Needham’s wartime service included India and Burma with the 14th Army, and he later helped raise troop morale through EN SA style performances in England. He values meeting university friends and notable figures while reflecting on his diverse career across Australia, England, New Zealand, and Burma.
The article describes a state campaign encouraging farmers and communities to plant trees to protect forests and soil. It mentions a booklet on farming and byproducts, free courses at Bechret of Dairy Technology in Werribee, and proposed plantings for wind and water erosion control. It warns against overextension due to rabbits and stock and urges local precautions.
On the home front Australians vow full support for war spending, pledging to meet money needs without distraction. They stress paying for the war and supplying troops as the top priority to defeat the enemy, showing firm determination.
Britain reports massive war finance support with loans and publicity drive. Rolls Royce Merlin engines accelerate Cromwell tank production joining Allied power. British expenditure on Mutual Aid to the U S hits 283.75 million pounds, rising toward threefold. Indian Army officers rise to nearly 11,000 while Australia expands dehydration plants and vegetable intake aims to reach 10,000 tons.
The Police Magistrate Mr C Bell will visit Wodongs on several Thursdays from April to December. Dates include April 5 May 3 May 31 June 24 July 34 August 23 November 1 and December 1.
A Save the Forests Council aims to mobilize a state wide effort this winter to plant forests. President H. Mac Neal of Wesley College supports forest education and holiday camps for boys. The campaign seeks 100000 participants and relies on cooperation from the Forests Commission and other government bodies. District committees will select participants and details.
Five shillings National Savings Stamps advertised as an important abolition era facility. Government programs provide facilities through major banks and major loan organizations to subscribers.
The Puntreter-Genere urges parcel weight limits to speed aid to New Guinea troops. Heavy transport bottlenecks in jungle terrain slow supply, with par cels over 34 lbs risking delivery delays. Public encouraged to time shipments, limit weight, and assist troop morale.
A distorted verse recounts a merchant's rise in trade and market power. It depicts price cuts to attract patrons and a shift in shelves and goods as competition grows. The fragment hints at rising schemes and the merchant’s influence over buyers and prices.
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